Experience in negotiations and liaison with governmental and military authorities

Ability to compile and analyse information of a political-military nature

Level of Professional Competence Requirements

Furthermore, this level of responsibility requires the following:

Education:

Advanced degree in a relevant field

Experience:

Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience

Mission Specific Requirements

Additionally, this particular post has specific requirements:

Mandatory:

Military officer, minimum rank of Lieutenant Colonel (Major rank may be accepted dependent on experience), serving on the active or reserve list

Professional fluency, both oral and written, in English and Russian languages and the ability to draft documents and brief on situations clearly and concisely

Cultural sensitivity and judgment

Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity

Knowledge of the regional political-military history and recent developments in the mission area

Prior experience with CSBM (Confidence and Security Building Measures), CFE (Conventional Arms Forces in Europe) and the Vienna document would be an asset

Previous work experience preferably in an international environment or within operational missions

Working knowledge of Romanian Language

Tasks and Responsibilities

Under the general direction and supervision of the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova and in close co-operation with the second Military Member, the incumbent:

Represents the Mission at meetings of the Joint Control Commission, the Body responsible for overseeing the activities of the Joint Peacekeeping Force;

Co-organizes and participates in inspections in the framework of the withdrawal and destruction process of Russian arms and ammunition from Transdniestria;

Takes part in monitoring of the situation and the investigation of incidents in the region;

Contributes to the Mission's reporting covering his/her field of responsibility;

Contributes to the development of proposals for confidence building measures with respect to military and security forces;

Advises the Head of Mission and other Mission members concerning military issues;

Performs other duties in the fulfillment of the Mission's mandate as required.

The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages the nomination of qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds.

Candidates should, prior to applying, verify with their respective nominating authority to which extent financial remuneration and/or benefit packages will be offered.

Please apply to your relevant authorities several days prior to the deadline expiration to ensure timely processing of your application. Delayed nominations will not be considered.

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